The challenge
Water scarcity caused by the effects of climate change affected water supply in São Paulo making it necessary to create a new production system
Water scarcity caused by the effects of climate change affected water supply in São Paulo making it necessary to create a new production system
From Conceptual Design to Operation: implementation of a new Water Production system to guarantee supply with no dependence on nature or rainfall
Constant and stable water supply, improving the quality of life of more than 2 million people
Imagine opening the faucet at you house and not finding running water to wash your dishes or cook to your family? Now, how about a hot summer day in a tropical country and no running water at your shower after a long day of work? This was, for some time, the reality for over 2 million people living in the metropolitan region of São Paulo during a rough water crisis.
The lack of rain, climate change, old management systems, legacy assets and investments constrains don't cope with enabling a resilience water system. During the water crisis, population was forced to cope with several restrictive measures and new solutions were needed.
After implementation, over 2 million people will benefit. More than opening a faucet and finding reliable water, the São Lourenço Production system has improved the daily lives of citizens that have struggled with restrictive measures, water rationing and all emotional matters related to it. The question: will there be water available at home tonight, was no longer an issue.